70.6 Officer Safety Manual Flashcards
What is the purpose of the Officer Safety Manual?
To assist officers in performing their duties in a safe and professional manner.
What standard should officers use when deciding which force option to use?
Reasonable for the situation.
What is an officer’s demeanor?
Demeanor is: Bearing, Appearance, Physical Condition, Verbal and nonverbal communication, Command presence
How many force options are there?
7
What are the force options?
The force options are: Control Holds, Aerosol Subject Restraint, Baton, Personal Weapons, Deadly Force, Electronic Control Device, Less Than Lethal Shotgun
Is demeanor considered a force option?
No
Who makes the decision to select the appropriate force option?
Officer
What is the force option decision based on?
Sound judgment, circumstances perceived by the officer, and utilization of only the force reasonable to gain control.
Is it necessary to move progressively from one force option to the next?
No
What is the force used to take physical control of a person and restrict or prevent movement?
Control hold
What is the Aerosol Subject Restraint used by the Department?
Oleoresin Capsicum (OC)
What is the purpose of using OC spray?
To cause temporary incapacitation allowing the officer to gain advantage or control.
Would it be reasonable to use OC on a detained subject who attempts to leave and the officer believes control holds would be ineffective or compromise safety?
Yes
Would it be reasonable to use OC on a subject who threatens to attack the officer when the officer does not believe the subject is capable of the attack?
No
Would it be reasonable to use OC on an aggressive resister?
Yes
Besides striking a subject, the baton can be used for what?
As a control mechanism
Can an officer use the baton when circumstances prevent the use of other force options?
Yes
Under what circumstances can officers utilize personal weapons in lieu of other force options?
Impractical, inappropriate, or not readily available
Can personal weapons be used as a distraction technique for an aggressive resister?
Yes
Does the Department use the carotid restraint control hold?
No
What is the definition of deadly force?
When the officer utilizes a firearm or another potentially deadly weapon.
What are the 2 key principles in the application of Use of Force?
Sound, professional judgment, and use of the force reasonable for the situation.
Which document shall be used for a Use of Force incident?
CHP 268, Potential Civil Litigation Report
Does a CHP 268 have to be used after a high-risk or felony procedure when the party was found to be innocent?
Yes
In general, is the CHP 268 used after the display or threatened use of force?
No
Is the CHP 268 used whenever deadly force, baton, OC, personal weapons are used?
Yes
Do you have to use a CHP 268 for control holds?
No
Yes or No - The CHP 268 shall be used when a control hold or handcuff resulted in injury, complaint of injury, or subsequent complaint of injury.
Yes
What shall an officer do if he witnesses excessive force by any peace officer?
Report the incident to a supervisor and submit an incident report.
What is a supervisor’s responsibility in events of excessive force?
Ensure that an investigation is conducted and documented.
Excessive force investigations involving allied agencies are coordinated at which Department level?
Division
What action should an officer take when observing excessive force by any peace officer?
Immediate verbal and / or physical intervention.
How often should the Use of Force policy be reviewed? By whom?
Quarterly; Sergeants and Officers
The purpose of a firearms policy is to provide officers with confidence rather than doubt.
TRUE
Where is the legal authority to discharge a firearm derived?
Penal Code, Section 196
The courts have justified the use of deadly force for a felony under what circumstances?
Felony is forcible and atrocious, and threatens death or great bodily harm.
Officers should not place their finger on the trigger, except:
When firing; or when pointing the weapon at an identified target and deadly force is justified.
What determines whether an officer should place his / her finger on the trigger?
Officer�s perception of the situation
When can an officer use deadly force?
When necessary for self-defense or to defend others from great bodily harm; or apprehension of felons.
Is deadly force justified for ADW with a vehicle?
Yes
Can an officer intentionally step into the path of vehicle to create a circumstance for the use of deadly force?
No
Is the discharge of a firearm justified at wrong-way / reckless drivers?
No
When can an officer discharge his weapon to apprehend a person who committed ADW with a vehicle?
Officer believes ADW resulted in serious injury or death.
When can an officer discharge his weapon to apprehend a suspect?
Officer believes a felony was committed involving use or threatened use of deadly force; except ADW with vehicle.
Warning shots can only be fired under the same conditions for deadly force and when the warning shots are not likely to endanger innocent persons.
TRUE
An officer can discharge a firearm at an animal in self-defense or in defense of others against serious bodily harm.
TRUE
An officer can discharge a firearm at an animal when necessary if the animal is critically injured provided safety to persons and property is not at risk.
TRUE
An officer can not discharge a firearm at a suspected rabid animal or an animal destroying livestock.
FALSE
Can a firearm ever be discharged from an aircraft in flight?
No
Can a firearm be discharged from an aircraft on the ground?
Yes
Shooting policy must be reviewed how often? By whom?
Quarterly; Sergeants and Officers
The rights of an officer to use a firearm in self-defense are the same as those for a private citizen.
TRUE
Supervisor approval shall be obtained prior to discharging a firearm at an animal.
False. It�s a SHOULD.
Owner�s permission to destroy an animal should be obtained, if possible.
TRUE
The shooting of an animal should be undertaken only as a last resort.
TRUE
The area behind an animal should be protected from ricochet by the use of a dirt embankment or other suitable backdrop.
TRUE
For rabid animals, head shots should not be used.
TRUE
The best way to destroy an animal is a front head shot, except for which animal?
Swine.
Best shot alternative for animals is either side of the head.
TRUE
The target location for swine is behind the ear.
TRUE
When should heart shots for animals be used?
Only as a last resort
When shall the discharge of a firearm be reported?
The following 6 incidents: Intentional discharge of any firearm by an on duty officer, Accidental discharge of any firearm by an on duty officer, Intentional discharge of any firearm by an off duty officer, in the direction of, or causing injury to, any person, or toward the property of another person without his / her permission, Accidental discharge of any firearm by an off duty officer that may be carried concealed under the authority of California peace officer status, Warning shots by an off duty officer to apprehend a person for any crime, Intentional or accidental discharge by a non-uniformed employee while on duty.
Are there any exceptions to the reporting of the discharge of a firearm?
Four exceptions: Training, qualification, or shooting competition, Hunting that does not result in injury to a person or property damage, Shooting of animals in accordance with policy Military duties
The intentional discharge of any firearm by an on-duty officer shall be reported.
TRUE
The intentional discharge of any firearm by an off-duty officer in the direction of another�s property without owner�s permission shall be reported.
TRUE
The intentional discharge of any firearm by an off-duty officer in the direction of any person, not causing injury, shall be reported.
TRUE
The intentional discharge of any firearm by an off-duty officer causing injury to any person shall be reported.
TRUE
The accidental discharge of any firearm while on-duty shall be reported.
TRUE
An off-duty accidental discharge of any firearm that may be carried concealed under the California peace officer status shall be reported.
TRUE
Off-duty warning shots to apprehend a person for any crime shall be reported.
TRUE
The intentional or accidental discharge of any firearm by a non-uniformed employee while on-duty shall be reported.
TRUE
What shall an officer submit after the shooting of an animal?
Memorandum
When shall a supervisor be notified of a reportable firearm discharge?
As soon as the situation is stabilized.
When should an officer�s weapon be taken at a shooting scene?
The first responder to an officer involved shooting shall do the following in order: Assume incident command. Ensure the scene is stabilized and secure all firearms at the scene. Provide medical treatment to all parties. Provide the supervisor first on-scene with all pertinent information.
At a shooting scene, can an officer�s weapon be secured in his / her holster?
Yes. The weapon shall not be taken before a replacement can be provided.
What are the supervisor�s responsibilities at an officer involved shooting?
Notify the immediate commander and the law enforcement agency with primary investigative responsibility. Respond to the scene and assume incident command. Coordinate resources with the primary investigative agency. Request the OISIT in accordance with SOP Ensure that first responder�s responsibilities are completed. Provide safety for employees, victims, suspects, and witnesses. Be sure all firearms are secured Establish a scene perimeter. Do not allow Department employees to be interrogated by allied agencies prior to the OISIT investigator or primary investigator can be consulted. Use the Shooting Incident On-Scene Guidelines to assist with scene supervision.
Does the firearm of an officer involved in a shooting incident need to be secured if the weapon was not fired?
Yes.
How many personnel can be assigned as the primary investigator at an officer involved shooting?
One
What will the rank of the primary investigator be at an officer involved shooting?
At least one rank higher than the involved employees.
Does the supervisor designate the primary investigator at an officer involved shooting?
No. The OISIT team leader or the immediate commander designates.
What is a dual-role investigation of an officer involved shooting?
When the Department does the criminal investigation and the departmental (reconstruction) investigation. Occurs when the primary law enforcement agency refused to investigate.
What are the components of the Officer Involved Shooting Investigation Report?
Reconstruction Report; Policy and Procedure Evaluation Report; and Memorandum of Findings.
What are the components of a Non-Uniformed employee shooting investigation report?
Reconstruction Report and the Memorandum of Findings.
How much paid, admin time off can an officer take after being involved in a shooting?
5 days.
If the officer involved shooting resulted in injury or death, where must the firearm go prior to returning it to service?
Academy gunsmith for inspection.
If an officer shoots at another person, he / she must shoot a qualifying score at the range prior to returning to full duty. True or False.
True.
When discussing an officer involved shooting with the media, information about the use of soft body armor shall not be discussed. True or False.
True.
When can information regarding an officer involved shooting be withheld from the media?
When it would jeopardize the investigation or endanger the safety of employees, suspects, witnesses, or family members.
Upon seeing a traffic violation, the officer should or shall stop the vehicle as soon as possible?
Should.
When initiating a stop, the officer should or shall write the license plate number on a note pad?
Should.
Why should the rear ambers be used prior to the front red when making a stop?
To indicate to those behind that a hazard may exist.
When should the siren be used when making a traffic stop?
Sparingly.
What is the minimum distance between patrol car and violator�s car during a traffic stop?
1 feet.
If possible, the officer should offset the patrol car to which side of the violator�s car?
Left.
After the stop, the officer should or shall turn off all unnecessary emergency lighting.
Should.
As the officer approaches the rear of the suspect vehicle, what should he / she check?
Trunk.
An officer should or shall not stand between vehicles or allow a violator to do so.
Shall.
An officer should or shall not position a moving patrol car next to a moving citizen�s car and utilize the flashlight or spotlight to check driver alertness.
Shall.
When a two-officer unit makes a traffic stop, is it ok for one officer to stay in the patrol car.
No. Both officers shall exit.